A picturesque jewel in the middle of a cement jungle, as a tight-knit community, committed to preserving the look and feel of a small rural town, it was important to partner with an expert in the field. XG Communities LLC, a premier provider of wireless, asset marketing and wireless management services for cities and municipalities across the United States, announces their agreement with the City of La Habra Heights to manage wireless coverage solutions and prepare the City for small cell applications.

Under the multi-year agreement, XG Communities will begin marketing the City’s street light poles and other assets for small cell technology. This effort will enhance the ability for La Habra Heights to deploy 5G wireless connectivity throughout the city, without compromising the City’s aesthetic preservation.

As wireless carriers densify existing networks, it is estimated the industry will deploy hundreds of small cells, making it increasingly difficult for cities to manage the application and deployment process. In collaboration with the City and carriers, XG Communities will streamline applications with a predictable process, while preserving community aesthetics.

The decision for the City of La Habra Heights to partner with XG Communities was based on increasing connectivity and preserving the community’s rural beauty achieved by the intentional efforts and commitment of residents for the past 75 years.

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City of Whittier votes to establish a new path to 5G using small cell infrastructure

WHITTIER, Calif., Aug. 22, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — XG Communities LLC, a premier provider of wireless, asset marketing and wireless management services for cities and municipalities across the United States, announces their agreement with the City of Whittier, preparing the City for small cell applications.

Under the multi-year agreement, XG Communities will begin marketing the City’s street light poles and other assets in the City’s right-of-way for small cell colocation. This effort enhances the City’s ability to deploy 5G wireless connectivity throughout the city.

As wireless carriers densify existing networks and get ready for 5G, it is estimated that the industry will deploy hundreds of thousands of small cells, making it increasingly difficult for cities to manage the application and deployment process. In collaboration with the carriers, XG Communities will streamline applications with a predictable process, while preserving community aesthetics and generate revenue for the City.

Monnie McGaffigan, President of XG Communities, said “We are thrilled to work with the City of Whittier. We continue to receive very positive feedback from cities and carriers regarding the huge need for an intermediary like XG, to help facilitate the process and prepare cities for the onslaught of small cell applications.”

The decision for the City of Whittier to partner with XG Communities was based on maintaining local control and increasing 5G connectivity for businesses, residents, and visitors. The strong sense of Whittier’s heritage stresses the protection of landmarks and the prevention of visual blight to ensure a visually pleasing community. The City and XG hope to deploy Smart City infrastructure, enhance business investment, and improve public services through the planned implementation of 5G infrastructure.

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The City of Fresno and XG Communities announce 100 site small cell 4.9G / 5G deployment

Smart city deployment is a commitment to address digital equity and wireless choice

FRESNO, Calif., July 27, 2018 – Today, XG Communities, LLC announced the first of over 100 new 4.9G/5G small cell sites utilizing city-owned infrastructure in the City of Fresno. The network, which is scheduled to be operational by the end of 2018, will cover over half of the City with the latest wireless technology. This places Fresno as a clear market leader among the first cities nationwide to commence the roll-out of advanced small cell networks.

Together, Fresno and XG Communities have laid the groundwork for efficient, city-wide scaled deployment of next generation wireless utilizing the vertical infrastructure, fiber and conduit. The new network is foundational for technology companies and smart city initiatives which have been frustrated by the lack of progress made by national wireless carriers developing advanced small cell networks.

The network is being developed by Small Cell Partners, a Manhattan Beach, California based investment group. Although Small Cell Partners has not shared network details, it anticipates announcing 12 more XG Communities’ cities where it will be implementing similar next generation networks that will service both new entrant wireless providers and traditional national wireless carriers.

The network will boast 100 megabit to gigabit speeds to be optimized to support emerging smart city and IoT technologies as well as over-the-top streaming videos. Small Cell Partners also anticipates early trials of 3.5 GHz CBRS technologies.

John Clarey, CEO of XG Communities stated, “The agreement with Small Cell Partners is indicative of the beginning of a new chapter in communications utilizing next generation disruptive technologies which will change the landscape of wireless broadband delivery to consumers and businesses. You will see new names in the industry providing these new advanced technologies similar to the explosion of telecommunications after the breakup of the Bell monopolies.”

He went on to state, “The next generation small cell networks will be far superior to the existing wireless networks offering higher speeds, lower latency, lower costs and better coverage.”

Outdoor small cell wireless deployments have been restricted by cities and wireless carriers treating the implementations like macro tower developments. Through the work of XG Communities, in collaboration with over 30 cities nationwide, a new paradigm has been created that allows city-owned infrastructure of poles, fiber and conduit to be organized and developed by wireless providers utilizing XG’s Site SeleX database and reservation system. Site SeleX boasts over 300,000 assets ready for small cell deployment.

The residents and businesses in Fresno will benefit from this new network.

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City of La Verne votes 5-0 to establish a new path to 5G using small cell infrastructure

La Verne, California – May 17, 2018 – XG Communities LLC, a premier provider of wireless, asset marketing and engineering services for cities and municipalities across the United States, announces their agreement to market and manage wireless coverage solutions for the City of La Verne, California.

Under the multi-year agreement, XG Communities will begin marketing the City’s street light poles and other assets for small cell colocation. This effort will enhance the ability for La Verne to deploy wireless connectivity throughout the city.
As wireless carriers densify existing networks and get ready for 5G, it is estimated that the industry will deploy hundreds of thousands of small cells, making it increasingly difficult for cities to manage the application and deployment process. In collaboration with the carriers, XG Communities will streamline applications with a predictable process, while preserving community aesthetics and generate long-term revenue to the City.

The decision for the City of La Verne to partner with XG Communities was based on maintaining control, preventing visual blight and increasing connectivity for businesses, residents and citizens. The solution will be the foundation to deploy Smart City infrastructure, enhance business investment, and improve public services.

About City of LA VERNE

La Verne is nestled in the foothills of the San Gabriel – Pomona Valley. Although La Verne is located in metropolitan Los Angeles County, it is a “close-knit” community which has been able to retain its “small town” traditions and virtues.

La Verne is a well balanced residential community which includes a good mix of commercial and industrial uses as well as the University of La Verne, an airport and fine public and private schools.

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City of Villa Park votes 5-0, joining 20+ California cities to help standardize and expedite small cell deployment

VILLA PARK, Calif., May 2, 2018 – XG Communities LLC, a premier provider of wireless, asset marketing and engineering services for cities and municipalities across the United States, announces their agreement to market and manage wireless coverage solutions for the City of Villa Park, California.

Under the multi-year agreement, XG Communities will begin marketing the City’s street light poles and other assets for small cell colocation. This effort will enhance the ability for Villa Park to deploy wireless connectivity throughout the city.

As wireless carriers densify existing networks, it is estimated that the industry will deploy hundreds of thousands of small cells, making it increasingly difficult for cities to manage the application and deployment process. In collaboration with the carriers, XG Communities will streamline applications with a predictable process, while preserving community aesthetics and generate long-term revenue to the City.

The decision for the City of Villa Park to partner with XG Communities was based on maintaining control, preventing visual blight and increasing connectivity for businesses, residents and citizens. The solution will be the foundation to deploy Smart City infrastructure, enhance business investment, and improve public services.

“We are excited XG Communities was selected by Villa Park City Council to be their technology partner. We look forward to working with the beautiful City of Villa Park to enhance wireless connectivity, without compromising city aesthetics,” said Monnie McGaffigan, XG Communities President.

About City of VILLA PARK:

The City of Villa Park is in the center of Orange County. The City is 2.1 square miles in its entirety, with a population of approximately 5,948 and a median resident age of 51 years. The City contains approximately 2,024 residential homes with 95 percent home ownership. The median home value is $1,227,500. The City has only one commercial center, and otherwise is 99.9 percent built-out on lots that average approximately half an acre. The City is an oasis in the midst of urbanity, providing validity to their motto, “The Hidden Jewel.”

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City of La Puente votes 5-0, joining 20+ California cities to help standardize and expedite small cell deployment

La Puente, California – April 4, 2018 – XG Communities LLC, a premier provider of wireless, asset marketing and engineering services for cities and municipalities across the United States, announces their agreement to market and manage wireless coverage solutions for the City of La Puente, California.

Under the multi-year agreement, XG Communities will begin marketing the City’s street light poles and other assets for small cell colocation. This effort will enhance the ability for La Puente to deploy wireless connectivity throughout the city.

As wireless carriers densify existing networks, it is estimated that the industry will deploy hundreds of thousands of small cells, making it increasingly difficult for cities to manage the application and deployment process. In collaboration with the carriers, XG Communities will streamline applications with a predictable process, while preserving community aesthetics and generate long-term revenue to the City.

The decision for the City of La Puente to partner with XG Communities was based on maintaining control, preventing visual blight and increasing connectivity for businesses, residents and citizens. The solution will be the foundation to deploy Smart City infrastructure, enhance business investment, and improve public services.

“I am excited that XG Communities was selected by the La Puente City Council to be our technological partner, and I look forward to working with them to bring our community into the rapidly approaching internet-of-things economy” said Mayor Violeta Lewis, City of La Puente.

About City of LA PUENTE

Located 20 miles from downtown Los Angeles, La Puente was once the location to the largest walnut packing plant in the world. Today, the City is a friendly, culturally diverse residential community and home to about 40,496 people.

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The City of Portland is anxious to bring additional cellular coverage to their citizens – RFP awarded to XG Communities

PORTLAND, Ore., April 2, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — XG Communities, a premier provider of wireless marketing plans and engineering services for cities and municipalities across the United States, has been awarded an exclusive wireless marketing agreement with the City of Portland.

After an extensive process, the City of Portland has partnered with XG Communities to enhance coverage and capacity in alignment with the City’s goal of greater connectivity. The decision to partner with XG Communities was made based on the company’s ability to retain local control, preserve aesthetic integrity and increase connectivity for businesses and residents. Additionally, addressing wireless inequality in the City of Portland is necessary to drive economic development.

As wireless networks transition from 4G to 5G technology, wireless carriers will look to deploy hundreds of thousands of small cells nationwide. This exponential increase in the volume wireless facility applications will strain city resources. In collaboration with carriers, XG Communities will organize and streamline the application and deployment processes in order to serve the city and carriers.

“We are thrilled to partner with the City of Portland on this important initiative. Now more than ever, wireless infrastructure will be the underpinning of economic development and citizen satisfaction,” said Monnie McGaffigan, President of XG Communities. “Connectivity is the backbone of a productive economy and a connected community. We are honored to assist Portland in this endeavor.”

About The City of Portland:

Neighborhood-oriented since its founding, Portland grew outward to become the vibrant and charming major city it is today. The birthplace for car sharing, Portland is already a favorite amongst millennials; the city is not only surrounded by lush Oregon landscapes and a cycling community, but it is a hub for startups, collaboration and green practices, with coffee and farm to table cuisine surrounded by the largest collection of microbreweries in the country.

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First small cells come to life in Sacramento.

IRVINE, Calif., March, 26, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — XG Communities LLC and the City of Sacramento announced that multiple carriers have received permit approvals to build small cells in downtown Sacramento. Mobilitie began construction immediately and already has sites on air. Sacramento’s model invites carriers and connectivity providers to enhance wireless coverage and capacity for the citizens of Sacramento by leveraging city-owned assets.

Sacramento has updated its policies and processes to allow for small cells to quickly obtain city approval. Sacramento’s goal to be the nation’s first 5G city is close to realization.

“We’re honored to be a proving ground and of interest to so many technology and connectivity providers,” Sacramento Mayor Darrell Steinberg said. “We believe that our strategy to improve connectivity and competition for our residents is working.”

Carriers built test sites in 2017 and intend to construct hundreds of small cells over the coming months. The sites are aesthetically pleasing and are in line with the city’s technology priorities.

“We’re disrupting how small cells are deployed – making the process faster, streamlined, and predictable,” said XG Communities founder and CEO John Clarey. “We think our model working with cities is the future and we’ve proven that it works here in California.”

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XG Communities Threatens the Current Outdated Small Cell Deployment Model

IRVINE, Calif., Jan. 11, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — XG Communities LLC, a premier provider of accelerated, organized and predictable wireless deployment for cities and municipalities across the United States, announced initial success in solving the small cell inventory and speed-to-deployment problems facing connectivity providers. Contrary to macro tower ownership models, XG Communities serves as the facilitator in the process for both cities and carriers, reducing variability and increasing the speed.

XG Communities has developed the first of its kind digital portal to enable carriers to reserve city-owned assets for small cell deployment, in only a few steps.

XG Communities’ approach removes the lengthy back and forth process for legal negotiations and provides predictability for cities. So far, XG Communities has launched 6 cities on the Site SeleX Platform, including four cities in California (Sacramento, Fresno, Clovis and San Luis Obispo) and St. Louis, Missouri.

A CEO of a major tower company recently highlighted the challenge of deploying small cells – citing a backlog of 25,000 small cell orders with an average deployment time of 18 to 24 months. Given this timeline, connectivity providers will not be able to meet density required for the deployment of 5G and other emerging technologies. XG Communities’ goal is to decrease the deployment timeline 6 months process. XG Communities is unique in its approach with cities, which involves close collaboration with cities to strengthen the city’s expertise and revise processes to align with the new technical requirements of small cell deployment. The common goal between carriers and cities is to meet the tremendous small cell demand over the next five years and increase our nation’s connectivity.

John Clarey, the CEO and Founder of XG Communities, said “The only way to break this logjam is the use of a facilitator steeped in expertise that sits between cities and carriers to make the process predictable and repeatable.”

He added that the market is uniquely ripe for disruption and there is a clear path forward to ensure that XG Communities cities are ready for 5G and other emerging technologies, such as CBRS or 3.5GHz.

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XG Communities announces advancement for the City of Beaumont’s 5G wireless strategy

IRVINE, Calif., Jan. 11, 2018 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — XG Communities LLC and the City of Beaumont, Calif. announced that approximately 2,000 street light poles are available to wireless carriers and technology companies for small cell deployment. The street light poles are available on XG Communities’ Site SeleX Platform (www.siteselex.com).

Located in Riverside County, the City of Beaumont has served as an attractive location for residents from Los Angeles and neighboring counties. The population has grown more than twenty percent since 2000, requiring a significant investment from the City into its infrastructure. The move to offer potential small cell sites on city assets is a part of its efforts to update its infrastructure and connectivity, as well as raising new revenue for the city.

The City of Beaumont signed an exclusive agreement with XG Communities in October 2017 to help the city organize and market the siting rights on city assets. Over the past 3 months, XG Communities has been developing a master plan and preparing the City’s inventory of assets on the Site Selex platform for marketing to wireless providers.

Monnie McGaffigan, President of XG Communities, said “It’s exciting to see the leadership that our cities are providing nationally in getting us ready for 5G. Beaumont, in particular, has been a true partner in finding creative solutions to offer locations on its assets while still meeting city priorities.”

She added that they would be launching neighboring cities, including San Bernardino, in the coming month.

The nation’s cellular providers are backing away from building massive cell towers and instead are opting to pepper communities with mini cell transmitters to boost local cell service.
The city of Fresno has about 35,000 sites where those transmitters can go, most of them atop light poles, utility towers and utility boxes, said Mark Standriff, a spokesman for the city.
“Carriers, connectivity and technology companies may reserve sites through an online portal,” states a press release from the city.
In May Fresno entered into an agreement with 5 Bars XG Communities, an Irvine-based wireless infrastructure company that serves as a go-between on behalf of municipalities and counties to broker deals with the nation’s four major wireless companies — Sprint, AT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile — and other businesses when they want to construct or deploy upgraded infrastructure for wireless communication.
The contract also involves 5 Bars marketing the city as a place to receive this new technology to fill the gaps in its wireless coverage and boost local download speeds, leading to last week’s announcement on the availability of sites to install mini transmitters.
The mini transmitters also are expected to help the wireless industry speed up its service in the future by deploying 5G-speed Internet over the current 4G speed.
5 Bars is launching a proprietary site selection and reservation platform to enable the reservation of hundreds of these sites at one time.
“This effort puts the city of Fresno on the cutting edge with the first-ever deployment in California of a system that will help them prepare for 5G and emerging technologies, IoT [Internet of Things] and autonomous vehicles,” states a press release from the city.
“To meet this exponential demand, carriers, connectivity providers and technology companies will need to invest aggressively in small cells over the next couple of years,” it continues.
“The City of Fresno has already received significant interest from major carriers, including AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile and Sprint, as well as technology companies, such as Facebook and Google.”

UPDATE Inside Towers recently reported on Irvine-based 5 Bars Communities who has won contracts with various Orange County cities, including Fresno, claiming it can protect them from the recently vetoed SB-649 and the placement of small cells. The Business Journal reported that 5 Bars serves as a go-between on behalf of municipalities and counties to broker deals with major wireless companies — Sprint, AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile — when it comes to constructing or deploying upgraded infrastructure for wireless communication.

A spokesman for the city of Fresno, Mark Standriff, spoke of 35,000 sites where small cells can go within the city, most of them atop light poles, utility towers, and utility boxes, as the city prepares for 5G readiness. According to a press release from the city, “This effort puts the city of Fresno on the cutting edge with the first-ever deployment in California of a system that will help them prepare for 5G and emerging technologies, IoT [Internet of Things], and autonomous vehicles.”

According to The Business Journal, 5 Bars is launching a proprietary site selection and reservation platform to enable the arrangement of hundreds of these sites at one time. The press release also states, “The City of Fresno has already received significant interest from major carriers, including AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, and Sprint, as well as technology companies, such as Facebook and Google.”

Forward thinking Cities of Beaumont and Dinuba are accelerating small cell wireless coverage and protecting their assets with 5 Bars

IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 5, 2017 — 5 Bars Communities, a dba of XG Communities LLC, a premier provider of wireless plans, asset marketing and engineering services for cities and municipalities across the United States, announced agreements to market and manage wireless coverage solutions with the City of Beaumont and the City of Dinuba.

5 Bars Communities has entered into multi-year agreements with these Cities to begin marketing their assets for small cell colocation. This effort will enhance the ability for the City of Beaumont and the City of Dinuba to deploy wireless connectivity. “We are excited to help these cities attract wireless carriers to their growing communities,” said Monnie McGaffigan, President of 5 Bars.

As wireless carriers densify existing networks, it is estimated that the industry will deploy hundreds of thousands of small cells, making it increasingly difficult for cities to manage the application and deployment process. In collaboration with the carriers, 5 Bars will streamline applications with a predictable process, while preserving City aesthetics.

The decision for these Cities to partner with 5 Bars was based on maintaining control, preventing visual blight and increasing connectivity for businesses, residents and citizens. The solution will be the foundation to deploy Smart City infrastructure, enhance business investment, and improve city services.

About City of Beaumont:
This progressive city is located in Riverside County and a half hour from Palm Springs. Beaumont provides the very best of rustic, rural beauty and charm, combined with the planned growth, abundant recreational opportunities, and rich community life offered by the finest Southern California cities.

About City of Dinuba:
Dinuba has maintained a forward thinking attitude and strives to positively impact the economic vitality and enhance the quality of life in the Tulare County region. Located right between Los Angeles and San Francisco, the City is home to Best Buy Distribution, Patterson Logistics, Wal-Mart, Ed Dena’s GM Auto Center and Ruiz Foods – America’s leading frozen Mexican food manufacturer.

Best College Town in America just got better: San Luis Obispo enters into an agreement with 5 Bars to accelerate small cell wireless coverage

Irvine, California – Oct 3, 2017 – 5 Bars Communities, a dba of XG Communities LLC, a premier provider of wireless plans, asset marketing and engineering services for cities and municipalities across the United States, announced an agreement to market and manage wireless coverage solutions with the City of San Luis Obispo.

5 Bars Communities has entered into a multi-year agreement to begin marketing the City’s assets for small cell colocation. This effort will enhance the ability for San Luis Obispo to deploy wireless connectivity throughout the city.
As wireless carriers densify existing networks, it is estimated that the industry will deploy hundreds of thousands of small cells, making it increasingly difficult for cities to manage the application and deployment process. In collaboration with the carriers, 5 Bars will streamline applications with a predictable process, while preserving City aesthetics.

The decision for the City of San Luis Obispo to partner with 5 Bars was based on maintaining control, preventing visual blight and increasing connectivity for businesses, residents and citizens. The solution will be the foundation to deploy Smart City infrastructure, enhance business investment, and improve city services.

“San Luis Obispo is known for being a refuge and one of the happiest cities in America, part of the SLO charm is the aesthetic quality of the town. 5 Bars will expedite and enhance wireless coverage for this lovely community without compromising the look and feel of this quaint college town” said Monnie McGaffigan, President of 5 Bars.

About City of San Luis Obispo

San Luis Obispo is a quintessential coastal California city located halfway between San Francisco and Los Angeles and just minutes from beaches, state parks, landmarks and premium wine regions. The town offers a historic, restored downtown full of restaurants, theaters, art galleries, shops and is home to California Polytechnic State University.

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Six California Cities, enter into agreements with 5 Bars to accelerate small cell wireless coverage and protect their assets

Irvine, California – Sept 20, 2017 – 5 Bars Communities, a dba of XG Communities LLC, a premier provider of wireless plans, asset marketing and engineering services for cities and municipalities across the United States, announced agreements to market and manage wireless coverage solutions with the Cities of Alameda, Clovis, Hemet, Roseville, San Bernardino and Visalia.

5 Bars Communities has entered into multi-year agreements with these Cities to begin marketing their assets for small cell colocation. This effort will enhance the ability for these cities to increase wireless connectivity throughout their cities.

As wireless carriers densify existing networks, it is estimated that the industry will deploy hundreds of thousands of small cells, making it increasingly difficult for cities to manage the application and deployment process. In collaboration with the carriers, 5 Bars will streamline applications with a predictable process, while preserving City aesthetics.

The decision for these Cities to partner with 5 Bars was based on maintaining control, preventing visual blight, and increasing connectivity for businesses, residents and citizens. The solution will be the foundation to deploy Smart City infrastructure, enhance business investment, and improve city services.

About Alameda

An architecturally rich island community in the Bay Area with a small town feel. Alameda has a large number of educational institutions nearby, and more than double the restaurants and libraries as the “best places average”.

About Clovis

Clovis is situated in the agriculturally rich San Joaquin Valley. Clovis has been the “Gateway to the Sierras” and offers something for everyone. Recognized as a top city to raise a family.

About Hemet

Hemet is a city in the San Jacinto Valley. With a “Pro-Growth and Pro-Development” approach, its economy is based primarily on service to the senior community and ancillary services, such as financial institutions and health care professions.

About Roseville

Largest city in Placer County, Northern California. A progressive city with its eye on the future, retaining its rich historical railroad roots. Roseville’s strong diverse economy thrives with top business employers like Hewlett-Packard, Telefunken Semiconductors, Kaiser and Union Pacific Railroad.

About San Bernardino

Rich in history and cultural diversity, and one of the Inland Empire’s anchor cities, San Bernardino is the 17th-largest city in California, 100th-largest city in the United States with 213,000 population, and home to numerous consulates.

About Visalia

A cultural, economic, and commercial hub, Visalia grows in population, diversity, and sophistication while taking pride in the small town feel. San Joaquin Valley’s 5th-largest city and California’s 44th most populous.

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5 Bars and the City of St. Louis announce agreement to accelerate small cell wireless infrastructure for the citizens of St. Louis

ST. LOUIS, Mo., Sept. 15, 2017 – 5 Bars Communities, a dba of XG Communities, a premier provider of wireless master plans, asset management, marketing agreements and engineering services for cities and municipalities across the United States, announced an agreement to develop a wireless master plan and manage small cell wireless infrastructure for the City of St. Louis, Mo.

5 Bars Communities has entered into a multi year agreement with the City of St. Louis in order to accelerate wireless coverage for St. Louis. The decision to partner with 5 Bars was based on maintaining local control, aesthetic integrity and increasing the needed connectivity for businesses, residents and citizens. Addressing wireless inadequacies in the City of St. Louis is of the utmost important in order to drive economic development.

As wireless carriers densify existing networks, it is estimated that the industry will deploy hundreds of thousands of small cells, making it increasingly difficult for cities to manage the volume. In collaboration with the carriers, 5 Bars will streamline the process while preserving aesthetics.

When fully implemented, St. Louis will enhance the ability for all citizens to access high speed wireless connectivity throughout the city. The comprehensive program encompasses intelligent infrastructure technologies, Smart City initiatives, and 5G wireless planning.

“We are thrilled to partner with St. Louis on this important initiative. Now more than ever, wireless infrastructure will be the underpinning of new economic development,” said Monnie McGaffigan, President of 5 Bars. “Connectivity is the backbone of a high producing economy and a connected community; we are honored to assist St. Louis in this endeavor.”

About the City of St. Louis:

Known as the Gateway City and home to the tallest monument in the U.S., St. Louis offers energetic districts to cozy tree-lined streets dotted with restaurants and cafes. The newly renovated Gateway Arch Park, and all the extensive improvements surrounding it, invigorate and expand this world class destination.

Irvine, California – Sept 6, 2017 – 5 Bars Communities, a dba of XG Communities LLC, a premier provider of wireless master plans, asset marketing and engineering services for cities and municipalities across the United States, announced an agreement to market and manage wireless coverage solutions for the City of Merced, the City of Tulare and the City of Ripon.

All these cities are located in the Central Valley, California’s single most productive agricultural region. 5 Bars Communities has entered into a multi-year agreement with these Cities to begin marketing their assets for small cell and wireless use. This effort will enhance the ability of these cities to access high speed wireless connectivity throughout their cities.

As wireless carriers densify existing networks, it is estimated that the industry will deploy hundreds of thousands of small cells, making it increasingly difficult for cities to manage the applications process. In collaboration with the carriers, 5 Bars will streamline applications with a predictable process while preserving aesthetics.

5 Bars will act as an advocate for each City, in collaboration with carriers, in order to minimize impact from wireless facility siting decisions. The decision for these Cities to partner with 5 Bars was based on maintaining control, preventing visual blight and increasing connectivity for businesses, residents and citizens. The solution will be the foundation to deploy Smart City infrastructure, enhance business investment, and improve city services.

About the City of Merced

Merced is located approximately 110 miles southeast of San Francisco, and has a population of about 82,500. The economy has traditionally relied upon agribusiness and upon the presence of Castle Air Force Base.

About the City of Tulare

Tulare is located eight miles south of Visalia and sixty miles north of Bakersfield, and has a population of about 62,700. The city’s mission statement is: “To promote a quality of life making Tulare the most desirable community in which to live, learn, play, work, worship and prosper.”

About the City of Ripon

The City of Ripon is a relatively small and charming community, where the Quality of Life shines like a small jewel in the middle of California’s central San Joaquin Valley.

Irvine, California – Aug 30, 2017 – 5 Bars Communities, a dba of XG Communities LLC, a premier provider of wireless master plans, asset marketing and engineering services for cities and municipalities across the United States, announced an agreement to market and manage wireless coverage solutions for City of West Covina, City of Santa Fe Springs and City of Industry.

5 Bars Communities has entered into a multi-year agreement with each city: The City of West Covina, the City of Santa Fe Springs and the City of Industry, and will begin marketing the city’s assets for small cell and wireless use. This effort will enhance the ability of these Los Angeles County cities to access high speed wireless connectivity throughout their cities. As wireless carriers densify existing networks, it is estimated that the industry will deploy hundreds of thousands of small cells, making it increasingly difficult for cities to manage the applications process. In collaboration with the carriers, 5 Bars will streamline applications with a predictable process while preserving aesthetics.

5 Bars will act as an advocate for each City, in collaboration with carriers, in order to minimize impact from wireless facility siting decisions. The decision for these Cities to partner with 5 Bars was based on maintaining control, preventing visual blight and increasing connectivity for businesses, residents and citizens. The solution will be the foundation to deploy Smart City infrastructure, enhance business investment, and improve city services.

About the City of West Covina

West Covina is in Los Angeles County and serves as one of the most progressive cities in the San Gabriel Valley. West Covina consists of single-family homes, and its labor force commutes to Los Angeles, Pomona, and other nearby manufacturing-commercial centers.

About the City of Santa Fe Springs

City of Santa Fe Springs has steadily grown into one of the key industrial cities of Southern California. Its location has attracted manufacturing, sales and warehouse operations.

About the City of Industry

City of Industry is an industrial suburb of Los Angeles at the center of Southern California’s activities. A city primarily devoted to business and industry, home to 2,500 businesses, 80,000 jobs and the largest food distributors in California.

For those in Paradise, staying connected is a must! Palm Springs votes unanimously to develop a small cell wireless program

Irvine, California – Aug 25, 2017 – 5 Bars Communities, a dba of XG Communities LLC, a premier provider of wireless master plans, asset marketing and engineering services for cities and municipalities across the United States, announced an agreement to market and manage wireless coverage solutions for the City of Palm Springs, California. “Like no place else”, Palm Springs is a desert vacation destination with 350 days of sunshine, easy accessibility and a festive atmosphere.

5 Bars Communities has entered into a multi-year agreement with the City of Palm Springs and will begin marketing the city’s assets for small cell and wireless use. This effort will enhance the ability of Palm Springs’ citizens to access high speed wireless connectivity throughout the city.

“5 Bars communities has been selected as the most qualified wireless marketing service provider through two independently publicly administered RFQ processes with Sacramento and Fresno”. Palm Springs Staff Report July 26, 2017 As wireless carriers densify existing networks, it is estimated that the industry will deploy hundreds of thousands of small cells, making it increasingly difficult for cities to manage the applications process. In collaboration with the carriers, 5 Bars will streamline applications with a predictable process while preserving aesthetics.

5 Bars will act as an advocate for the City, in collaboration with carriers, in order to minimize impact from wireless facility siting decisions. The decision for the City of Palm Springs to partner with 5 Bars was based on maintaining control, preventing visual blight and increasing connectivity for businesses, residents and citizens. The solution will be the basis to deploy Smart City infrastructure, enhance business investment, and improve city services.

City of Berkeley Votes Unanimously to Enter into Agreement with 5 Bars to Develop Marketing Plan and Small Cell Program

Irvine, California – Aug 24, 2017 – 5 Bars Communities, a dba of XG Communities LLC, a premier provider of wireless master plans, asset marketing and engineering services for cities and municipalities across the United States, announced an agreement to market and manage wireless coverage solutions for the City of Berkeley, California. Throughout its history, Berkeley has been known for introducing creative change, that has later been adopted by other cities.

5 Bars Communities has entered into a multi-year agreement with the City of Berkeley and will begin marketing the city’s assets for small cell and wireless use. This effort will enhance the ability of Berkeley’s citizens to access high speed wireless connectivity throughout the city. As wireless carriers densify existing networks, it is estimated that the industry will deploy hundreds of thousands of small cells, making it increasingly difficult for cities to manage the applications process. In collaboration with the carriers, 5 Bars will streamline applications with a predictable process while preserving aesthetics.

5 Bars will act as an advocate for the City, in collaboration with carriers, in order to minimize impact from wireless facility siting decisions. The decision for the City of Berkeley to partner with 5 Bars was based on maintaining control, preventing visual blight and increasing connectivity for businesses, residents and citizens. The solution will be the basis to deploy Smart City infrastructure, enhance business investment, and improve city services.

City of Industry votes unanimously to enter into agreement with 5 Bars to develop marketing plan and Small Cell program.

Irvine, California – Aug 18, 2017 – 5 Bars Communities, a dba of XG Communities LLC, a premier provider of wireless master plans, asset marketing and engineering services for cities and municipalities across the United States, announced an agreement to develop a Wireless Marketing Plan for the City of industry. City of Industry is an industrial city which is home to California’s largest food distributors.

5 Bars Communities has entered into a multi-year agreement with the City of Industry and will begin marketing the city’s assets for small cell and wireless use. This wireless effort will enhance the ability of business owners, citizens and visitors to access high speed wireless connectivity throughout the city. The comprehensive program encompasses intelligent infrastructure technologies, Smart City initiatives, and 5G wireless planning.

As wireless carriers densify existing networks, it is estimated that the industry will deploy hundreds of thousands of small cells, making it increasingly difficult for cities to manage the applications process. In collaboration with the carriers, 5 Bars will streamline applications with a predictable process while preserving aesthetics.

5 Bars will act as an advocate for the City, in collaboration with carriers, in order to minimize impact from wireless facility siting decisions. The decision for the City of Industry to partner with 5 Bars was based on maintaining control, preventing visual blight and increasing connectivity for businesses, residents and citizens. The solution will be the basis to deploy Smart City infrastructure, enhance business investment, and improve city services.

5 Bars Communities to Develop Wireless Marketing Plan and Accelerate Small Cell Deployment for the City of Irvine

Irvine, California – Jul 26, 2017 – 5 Bars Communities, a dba of XG Communities LLC, a premier provider of wireless master plans, asset marketing and engineering services for cities and municipalities across the United States, announced today an agreement to develop a Wireless Marketing Plan for the City of Irvine. Irvine is known as the premier master planned city in America, with award winning schools and a “safe city” designation.

5 Bars Communities has entered into a multi-year agreement with the City of Irvine and will begin marketing the city’s assets for small cell and wireless use. Irvine’s original master plan allows for flexibility to respond to new needs in changing times and to expand on its original vision and guiding principles. This wireless effort will enhance the ability of residents and visitors to access high speed wireless connectivity throughout the city. The comprehensive program encompasses intelligent infrastructure technologies, Smart City initiatives, and 5G wireless planning.

As wireless carriers densify existing networks, it is estimated that the industry will deploy hundreds of thousands of small cells, making it increasingly difficult for cities to manage the applications process. In collaboration with the carriers, 5 Bars will streamline applications with a predictable process while preserving aesthetics.

5 Bars will act as an advocate for the City, in collaboration with carriers, in order to minimize impact from wireless facility siting decisions. The decision for the City of Irvine to partner with 5 Bars was based on maintaining control, preventing visual blight and increasing connectivity for businesses, residents and citizens. The solution will be the basis to deploy Smart City infrastructure, enhance business investment, and improve city services.

OC Great Park takes one more step towards becoming a world renowned metropolitan park with small cells and wireless coverage

Irvine, California – Jul 26, 2017 – 5 Bars Communities, a dba of XG Communities LLC, a premier provider of wireless master plans, asset marketing and engineering services for cities and municipalities across the United States, announced today an agreement to develop a Wireless Marketing Plan for the OC Great Park. Owned by the City of Irvine in California, The Great Park is a 1,300 acre arts and sport recreational hub currently in development to be the first great metropolitan park of the 21st century.

5 Bars Communities has entered into a multi-year agreement with the OC Great Park and will begin marketing the Great Park’s assets for small cell and wireless use. This effort will enhance residents and visitors’ ability to access high speed wireless connectivity throughout the park.

5 Bars will act as an advocate for the Great Park identifying opportunities for wireless collocation, while minimizing impacts from wireless facility siting decisions. The decision for the OC Great Park to partner with 5 Bars was based on maintaining control, preventing visual blight and increasing connectivity for businesses, residents and citizens. The solution will be the basis to deploy Smart City infrastructure, enhance business investment, and improve the overall Great Park experience.

Realizing the dream of the Orange County Great Park has required partners to work hand-in-hand to create a public benefit that will be a source of pride and enjoyment for generations of residents. Upon completion, the Orange County Great park will join America’s inventory of national treasures and set a new standard for great metropolitan parks around the world.

City of Placentia Votes 5-0 to Enter Into Agreement with 5 Bars to Develop Wireless Master and Marketing Plan

Irvine, California – June 24, 2017 – 5 Bars Communities, a dba of XG Communities is a premier provider of wireless master plans, asset marketing agreements and engineering services for cities and municipalities across the United States, announced today Placentia’s City Council unanimous vote to authorize staff to enter into an agreement with 5 Bars Communities. Placentia is known as a prestine bedroom community, which has ranked in the top 5 best places to live in California in recent years.

A primary reason for entering into an agreement was 5 Bars Communities was to preserve local control over assets while working with the carriers. This effort will preserve Placentia’s aestetics, while enhancing coverage throughout the city. The comprehensive program encompasses intelligent infrastructure technologies, Smart City initiatives and 5G wireless planning.

“After careful consideration, I am happy to support a contract with 5 Bars because it provides several important benefits to our City. This agreement will allow us to maximize the revenue generated from City resources, improve connectivity, protect Placentia’s local control and preserve the character of our community” said Chad Wanke, City of Placentia’s Mayor Pro Tem.
As wireless carriers densify existing networks, it is estimated that the industry will deploy hundreds of thousands of small cells, making it increasingly difficult for cities to manage the applications process. In collaboration with the carriers, 5 Bars will streamline applications with a predictable process while preserving aesthetics. The State of California is looking to pass preemptive legislation SB649 intended to reduce control over ROW.

“We are thrilled to be working alongside the City of Placentia’s leadership as they look to advance their wireless footprint in the growing environment for 5G and Smart City infrastructure” said Monnie McGaffigan, President, 5 Bars Communities.

5 Bars will act as an advocate for the City, offering its intelligent platform which provides an ongoing solution that identifies opportunities for wireless collocation, while minimizing impacts from wireless facility siting decisions. The decision for Fresno to partner with 5 Bars was based on maintaining control, preventing visual blight and increasing connectivity for businesses, residents and citizens. The solution will be the basis to deploy Smart City, enhance business investment, and improve city services.

5 Bars to Develop Wireless Marketing Plan and Small Cell Program for the City of Fresno, California

Irvine, California – May 30, 2017 – 5 Bars Communities, dba XG Communities, a premier provider of wireless master plans, asset marketing agreements and engineering services for cities and municipalities across the United States, announced today an agreement to develop a Wireless Marketing Plan for the City of Fresno, California.

5 Bars Communities has entered into a multi-year agreement with the City of Fresno and will begin marketing the city’s assets for small cell and wireless use. This effort will enhance the ability of Fresno’s citizens to access high speed wireless connectivity throughout the city. The comprehensive program encompasses intelligent infrastructure technologies, Smart City initiatives and 5G wireless planning.

“This plan allows the City of Fresno to move forward in our ‘Smart City’ efforts while identifying innovative funding streams that are a part of our ongoing strategy of prudent fiscal management,” said Fresno Mayor Lee Brand.

As wireless carriers densify existing networks, it is estimated that the industry will deploy hundreds of thousands of small cells, making it increasingly difficult for cities to manage the applications process. In collaboration with the carriers, 5 Bars will streamline applications with a predictable process while preserving aesthetics. The State of California is looking to pass preemptive legislation SB649 intended to reduce control over ROW.

“We are excited to move forward with 5 Bars and this agreement in order to bring greater coverage to our City,

create a platform for Smart City initiatives and drive new revenue to Fresno.” said Bryon Horn, CIO, Fresno.

“We are thrilled to be working alongside the City of Fresno’s leadership as they look to advance their wireless footprint in the growing environment for 5G and Smart City infrastructure” said Monnie McGaffigan, President, 5 Bars Communities.

5 Bars will act as an advocate for the City, offering its intelligent platform which provides an ongoing solution that identifies opportunities for wireless collocation, while minimizing impacts from wireless facility siting decisions. The decision for Fresno to partner with 5 Bars was based on maintaining control, preventing visual blight and increasing connectivity for businesses, residents and citizens. The solution will be the basis to deploy Smart City, enhance business investment, and improve city services.

SACRAMENTO, Calif., April 28, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Working with 5 BARS, a leading innovator in Small Cell, distributed antenna systems (DAS) and Wi-Fi wireless services for intelligent infrastructure, the City of Sacramento has approved its first small cell test sites with two major wireless carriers.

Sacramento has been inundated with permit applications for small cell wireless facilities in the right of way. In a race to densify existing networks, wireless providers often submit multiple applications, in some cases over 40 applications simultaneously. As Sacramento struggled to work with carriers on better designs and locations for each submission, the City reached out to 5 Bars to act as a liaison between the carriers and the city’s planning department.

After an extensive RFP process, the City of Sacramento selected 5 Bars to develop a Wireless Master Plan on behalf of the City of Sacramento. 5 Bars is successfully working with all 4 major carriers to minimize visual blight and accelerate cellular coverage for the citizens of Sacramento.

“This initial small cell site is the direct result from a collaborative effort between 5 Bars, the City of Sacramento and the carriers. We worked in collaboration on an approval process and an aesthetically pleasing solution that works for everyone,” said Darin Arcolino, IT Director with the City of Sacramento.

As the California Legislature works to pass SB 649, a Bill that would preempt local authority on small cell siting by eliminating local zoning and aesthetic requirements, the City of Sacramento and 5 Bars proactively worked with the carriers to incentivize the deployment of wireless facility designs, where antennas and radios compliment existing structures.

“We have been working diligently with the City of Sacramento and the carriers to ensure the citizens receive the benefits of great coverage, and the carriers get what they need. Orchestrating a solution that all parties can agree to in a timely manner is a win-win for all,” said Monnie McGaffigan, President 5 Bars.

As a result, the City of Sacramento has issued and built its first test site. Additionally, hundreds of applications are in process for smalls cells throughout the city. 5 Bars continues to work with the City of Sacramento towards its connected city goals.

Irvine, California – February 1, 2017 – 5 BARS, a premier provider of wireless master plans and marketing agreements for cities and municipalities across the United States, announced today an agreement to develop a Wireless Master Plan for the City of Twentynine Palms.

5 Bars has entered into an agreement to deliver a Wireless Master Plan to the City of Twentynine Palms and to begin wireless marketing and management services of the City of Twentynine Palms’ assets. When fully implemented, this plan will enhance the ability for all citizens to publicly access high speed wireless connectivity throughout the city. The comprehensive program encompasses intelligent infrastructure technologies, smart city initiatives and 5G wireless planning.

“This program supports the city’s wireless strategy and puts us in the driver’s seat for the migration toward advanced wireless technologies,” said Frank J. Luckino, City Manager, City of Twentynine Palms.

“We are excited to be working with the city’s progressive leadership and contributing technology and smart infrastructure planning that will positively impact its citizens for many years to come,” said Greg Steininger, National Vice President of 5 Bars. “Connectivity is the backbone of a progressive city economy, and master planning such as this creates a smart network, integrated technology and a holistic wireless ecosystem that works to improve quality of life and economic sustainability.”

5 Bars to Develop Wireless Master Plan and Small Cell Program for the City of Lathrop, California

Wireless Leader Enters Agreement to Develop Wireless Plan and Market Telecommunications Infrastructure for the City of Lathrop

Irvine, California – February 7, 2017 – 5 BARS, a premier provider of wireless master plans and marketing agreements for cities and municipalities across the United States, announced today an agreement to develop a Wireless Master Plan for the City of Lathrop, California.

5 Bars has entered into an agreement to deliver a Wireless Master Plan to the City of Lathrop in Northern California. 5 Bars will immediately begin marketing the city’s assets for small cell and wireless use. This effort will enhance the ability of Lathrop’s citizens to access high speed wireless connectivity throughout the city. The comprehensive program encompasses intelligent infrastructure technologies, smart city initiatives and 5G wireless planning.

“This plan allows the City of Lathrop to advance its wireless strategy and encourages wireless carrier investment in our growing community,” said Stephen Salvatore, City Manager, City of Lathrop.
“We are excited to be working alongside the City of Lathrop’s leadership as they look to advance their wireless footprint in the growing environment for 5G, smart city infrastructure and internet of things technologies,” said Greg Steininger, National Vice President of 5 Bars. “All of this planning will benefit Lathrop for years to come and advance its economic sustainability as a wired community,” Steininger added.

The City of Lathrop is taking preemptive measures before carriers can start laying claims to their public city right-of- way, according to the Manteca Bulletin.

The City Council last week adopted an ordinance that will incorporate a master plan for telecom development authored by 5 Bars, LLC, an independent wireless consulting firm. The plan will help “streamline the city’s future when it comes to the location, placement, and possible revenue-generating aspects of the placement of wireless communication equipment on city towers and in city rights-of-way,” said the Manteca Bulletin. The development of the wireless master plan will cost the city nothing however 5 Bars would receive 35 percent of all proceeds that come from future placement or development of wireless tower sites.

Vice Mayor Steve Dresser questioned the agreement and why the city would give up a third of the revenue if carriers contacted the city directly. However, the city attorney reminded Dresser that contractually they are obligated

to refer all inquiries to 5 Bar. The ordinance is up for final approval at a future meeting.

IRVINE, Calif., Aug. 31, 2015, 5 Bars, a leading innovator in DAS & Wi-Fi wireless services for intelligent infrastructure, announced today an agreement to develop the City of Sacramento’s Wireless Master Plan.

5 Bars has entered into an agreement to deliver a high speed wireless connectivity Master Plan for the City of Sacramento and when fully implemented, will provide the ability for all citizens to publicly access high speed wireless internet in key areas. This capability supports intelligent infrastructure technologies providing Sacramento new capabilities, strong benefits to its economy, and a modern framework to create a livable, sustainable, smart city.

“This initiative supports the City’s IT Digital Strategy and is in alignment with Mayor Johnson’s move toward City 3.0,” said Sacramento CIO, Maria MacGunigal.

“We are delighted to work with the city’s progressive leadership to contribute technologies and a smart infrastructure that will positively impact its citizens for many years to come,” said Karen Sessions, 5 Bars Chief External Affairs Officer. “Smart infrastructure is the backbone of a progressive city economy, and urban development projects such as this create a smart network, help integrate hardware, software and data that work holistically, to improve quality of life, sustainability and efficiencies in metropolitan areas. The 5 Bars team will work with Sacramento to help implement its visionary ‘Cities 3.0’ master plan towards a renaissance of urban innovation.”

What We Do

XG Communities provides cities with expertise and resources to deploy intelligent wireless infrastructure. XG Communities streamlines processes and recommends aesthetic policies for city assets to increase coverage for its citizens and achieve smart city goals.Learn more

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A holistic Wireless Master Plan for your City will provide community vision and help you implement a smart wireless infrastructure while retaining local control. The wireless marketing plan will optimize new City revenue sources from wireless infrastructure and carrier investments by creating a predictable and repeatable process with local control.Learn More

Carrier Management

As the city advocate, XG Communities establishes carrier friendly processes for operators to deploy small cells on publicly owned property and on public rights of way. On behalf of the city, we assemble the engineering requirements, offer a database of pre-approved sites and manage the provider relationships. The process provides a GIS database of locations and reduces the effort and timeframes required for approvals.

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Managing Visual Blight

New technologies including small cells and micro sensors attached to buildings, light poles and camera poles can reduce the visual blight proliferation of unsightly cell towers, and can much improve the landscape aesthetics and visual impacts of your City's wireless infrastructure. Contact

Meet the Team

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Executive
Leadership

John Clarey

CEO

John Clarey is a Founder of 5 Bars and previously founded TeleCore, an international telecommunications services company which was acquired by Viasource Communications.

John currently serves on the board of directors for LifeScience Resources, Oriens Energy, Phoenix Technology, LightRun Systems, and Orbyte Networks. John is also the Chairman of the National Medical Wireless Broadband Alliance and has provided expert testimony to the FCC regarding wireless broadband applications for healthcare.

John is a graduate of OPM Harvard Business School and attended the University of Arizona Eller School of Business and has served on the Presidential Leadership Board.

Monnie McGaffigan

President

Monnie brings more than 25 years of communications leadership and expertise to her current role at 5 Bars. Monnie has an extensive background in sales and management and has helped hundreds of small and large businesses implement and manage complex technical solutions across the spectrum of communications technology. Most recently, she held the position of Senior Vice President for a Wireless Coverage Solutions Provider where her team was responsible for venue leasing and managing carrier relationships. The team was instrumental in building a portfolio of sporting venues, marquee real estate and healthcare properties.

Prior to that assignment, Monnie spent 22 years in senior leadership roles with Sprint. She led Wireline Business Unit, Strategic Alliances and International Sales teams. Her team was responsible for coordinating Wireline platform strategy, capital investment, sales and distribution strategy and operations support of a $4.3B line of business. In addition to providing leadership and governance, she was also accountable for leading Sprint’s portfolio of business partnerships and alliances that drive growth across all of Sprint’s lines of business. Monnie managed a team worldwide and is proficient at leading the complexities that come with doing business in multiple continents. Prior to that assignment, Monnie held the position of Regional Vice President, Enterprise Accounts; covering 21 states, 450 Sprints largest enterprise accounts and $2B in annual revenue and 300+ employees.

Monnie holds a Bachelors degree from California State University, Long Beach. She participated as a Board Member of Working Wardrobes, a non-profit organization, focused on getting adults in life crises back to work. She is also an active in the local community participating in National Charity League and Susan B Komen.

Christy Clarey

CIO

Christy Clarey is an experienced leader and innovator within the communications industry. Christy has created several successful telecommunications companies, including the Synetics Group (a technical staffing firm) which she founded and served as CEO, as well as CMC Communications (telecommunications engineer, furnish and installation services), where she served as CFO and COO.

Christy attended the University of Arizona, where she majored in Political Science and Communications. Christy interned for Senator John McCain during her college years, focusing on local issues in Tucson and working within the state legislative process.

Karen Sessions

Chief External Affairs Officer

Karen Sessions serves as 5 Bars Chief External Affairs Officer, focusing her expertise on public policy, corporate strategy, external affairs, strategic partnerships and stakeholder relationships. Karen brings more than 26 years of US and Global communications leadership to her current role at 5 Bars.

Karen has an extensive background in external and public affairs, public policy, business development and complex architecture implementation in communications technology. She has traveled extensively internationally, both through her business and as part of U.S. Congressional delegations, to many countries. Most recently, Karen held the position of Vice President, Public Policy, Law and Security at Verizon Communications where she was responsible for both present and emerging Communications Public Policy including Smart Cities, Telematics, Internet of Things, Transportation, Machine to Machine (M2M), Healthcare, Energy, Security and Cybersecurity. In addition, Karen managed business stakeholder relationships including academics, think-tanks, engineering and standards research experts and external corporate communications. Karen’s experience working with Legislative, Regulatory, Corporate Communications and External Affairs also guides the 5Bars objectives with acquisitions and strategic investments.

Prior to that role, Karen had responsibility for the Global Solutions worldwide practice for Verizon Commercial and Government sectors. The practice is comprised of Verizon expertise for business development of transformational outsourcing, integration and global procurement and IT/IS governance.

Karen holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Finance from the University of Notre Dame and a Master of Business Administration degree from the University of South Florida.

Greg Steininger

National Vice President of Communities

Greg Steininger is a 20 year leader in technology and telecommunications bringing extensive background building highly successful sales organizations and State & Local programs. Steininger leads the 5 Bars Communities team focusing on the acceleration of small cell and 5G deployments for cites and municipalities throughout the country.

Steininger spent his formative years with IBM, GE, and Nextel, where he was part of the team that built Nextel’s national public sector program. He led the West Region Public Sector sales organization up until and beyond the merger with Sprint.

Greg is a graduate of the University of Southern California and a veteran of the United States Army.

Cristina Leibfreid

Design & Marketing Executive

Cristina has two decades of experience in business product conception, production and marketing at a Fortune 500 Company with sales over $400MM annually.

Cristina’s wealth of experience allows her to oversee internal operational logistics as well as design and marketing goals. Cristina’s ease and familiarity in international business also allow her versatile interaction with Latin and Italian customers and vendors. She holds a Bachelor’s degree from Universidad Iberoamericana, Mexico and a Postgraduate degree from Marangoni, Italy in Business Design and Marketing.

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CORPORATE NEWS

5 Bars Communities is now part of XG Communities LLC following the sale of the 5 Bars Sports division to Neutral Connect Networks, LLC.

XG Communities will retain the 5 Bars Communities name throughout the transition. Our Commitment, our value and our people remain the same.

Going forward the XG Communities name represents the ever growing and evolutionary wireless technology. As the world progresses from 5G and beyond, XG Communities is positioned to continue to help cities and municipalities deploy smart infrastructure with publicly-owned assets including poles, fiber, conduit and more, to serve their citizens.